Moon phase today – plus a free moon widget for your website

The box below shows tonight's moon phase, how much of the moon is lit and the next full moon, in your own time zone. It runs entirely in your browser using phase times accurate to the minute through 2028. You can embed it for free on a yoga, gardening, fishing or photography site.

Moon phase today

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Works until 31 Dec 2028, then it simply shows nothing. Grab a fresh copy here.

Method

Phase times computed with PyEphem (VSOP87/ELP lunar theory), cross-checked with our German full-moon table (celestine). Illumination is approximated from the time since the last new moon (± a few percent). Dates are shown in the visitor's browser time zone.

Printable moon calendar 2027

Every phase to the minute, daily moon sign and eclipses on A4: Moon Calendar 2027 PDF (€7). German version: Mondphase heute.

FAQ

What is the moon phase today?

The live box above shows the current phase, illumination and the next full moon in your time zone.

Is the moon widget free?

Yes. It loads nothing from our server and sets no cookies; we only ask you to keep the credit link.

When is the next full moon?

The widget shows it live; the 2027 full moons start on 22 January 2027 at 12:17 UTC.

How accurate is it?

Phase times are accurate to the minute; illumination is an approximation within a few percent.

Last updated: 14 Oct 2026 · Responsible: Maximilian Stroh, Anonyfox e. K., Hamburg